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Bedford Vans: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Explore the best illustrated books on Bedford vans. Discover the history, models and evolution of Bedford vans. Perfect for enthousiasts, collectors, and anyone passionate about Bedford..

Bedford Camper Vans and Motorhomes - The Inside Story

This book presents the history of Bedford's camper and motorhome models, developed from one of Britain's best-known commercial vehicle brands. From the 1930s to the late 1980s Bedford vans were widely used by companies of all sizes, valued for their reliability across the UK and abroad.

As motorcaravanning grew in popularity in the mid-1950s, many converters chose the Bedford CA light commercial van, first introduced in 1951, as the basis for compact but comfortable camper designs. The later CF models continued this success, offering practical dimensions and improved comfort. Additional models, including the smaller HA and the later Midi and Rascal ranges, expanded Bedford's suitability for a wide variety of leisure conversions.

The book, written by Martin Watts, founder of the Classic Camper Club, provides a complete account of every Bedford-based camper and motorhome, supported by detailed illustrations and period material.

Product details

Author:Martin Watts
Details:160 pages, 11.6 x 8.25 x 0.71 in (29.5 x 21 x 1.8 cm), hardback
Illustrations:many b&w and color photos
Language:English
Publisher:The Crowood Press Ltd (GB, 2010)
ISBN:9781847971579
Book cover: Bedford Camper Vans and Motorhomes - The Inside Story | Crowood

Bedford Camper Vans and Motorhomes - The Inside Story

Language: English

Bedford Light Commercials of the 1950s and '60s (Nostalgia Road)

Officially endorsed by Vauxhall Motors, this book covers commercial vehicles in the 7cwt and 2 ton range that were produced at Luton or Dunstable in the 1950s and 60s. Recalling models like the CA and HA vans, and the J-type truck, this book may well rekindle fond memories.

Product details

Author:Robert Berry, Alan Earnshaw
Details:52 pages, 8.1 x 8.25 x 0.16 in (20.5 x 21 x 0.4 cm), paperback
Illustrations:114 b&w and 11 color photos
Language:English
Publisher:Crecy Publishing (GB, 2000)
Series:Nostalgia Road
ISBN:9781903016015
Book cover: Bedford Light Commercials of the 1950s and '60s | Nostalgia Road | Crecy

Bedford Light Commercials of the 1950s and '60s

Language: English

More titles on Bedford:

Book cover: Bedford CF / CF2 Van Petrol (1969-1987) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0163)

Bedford CF / CF2 Van Petrol (1969-1987)

English | paperback | 336 p. | 1988

Book cover: Bedford CA Series - Service Training Manual

Bedford CA Series - Service Training Manual

Vauxhall Motors Ltd | English | hardback | 414 p. | 2010

Book cover: Bedford HA Van - All Models (1964-1982) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0607)

Bedford HA Van - All Models (1964-1982)

Ian Coomber | English | hardback | 200 p. | 1982